Miniature connectors offer robust, high power space-saving solution

Hirose has introduced the BM29 series of connectors to provide a robust, high power and space-saving connectivity solution for miniature applications. The range of connectors consists of plugs and receptacles to allow a FPC to board connection. With a compact design that has a low stack height of 0.6mm, narrow depth of 1.5mm and a width of 3.16mm, the low profile of the device is one of the smallest hybrid FPC- to-Board connectors in the world. The connector features a hybrid design that includes signal contacts rated at 0.3A and power contacts rated at 3A. Although the dimensions are compact, performance is not compromised, and the connectors are able to offer highly reliable mechanical connection. This is due to the provision of unique two-point contacts and a long effective mating length of 0.1mm. Guide ribs are incorporated into the housing body to provide for a wide self-alignment range of 0.3mm in the X-direction and 0.24mm in the Y-direction. In addition, this allows a smoother mating operation. The robust housing incorporates a metal guide to prevent any damage due to incorrect mating. Metal locks are provided to prevent any unintended unmating due to drop impact and increase the retention force.